Thanksgiving Fur Drive In Montclair: ‘Upcycle’ Your Fur Coats, Jackets

MONTCLAIR, NJ — "If you have a fur jacket, coat or stole that just hangs in your closet, why not give it back to the animals?"

That's the question from Humane Montclair, which is again sponsoring a fur collection drive during November to benefit injured and orphaned wildlife.

According to the group, playing and cuddling in natural fur reduces stress and helps rehabilitate injured and orphaned animals in rescue. There are wildlife rehabilitators all across the country that care for rescued rabbits, fox, bobcats, bears, deer, and more who use natural fur for bedding to get the animals ready for release back in the wild.

During the month of November, Humane Montclair is collecting furs again for wildlife.

"Last year's fur drive was so successful, we sent approximately 35 furs to wildlife centers in Connecticut and Pennsylvania. And we continue getting furs donated all year long," said Annette Batson, founder of Humane Montclair.

This year furs will be sent to rehabilitators in Colorado and Nebraska.

Drop off furs and a small donation to help with shipping costs to L&B Healthy Pet Market, 15 South Fullerton, Montclair, or contact Humane Montclair 973-746-4399 for a local pickup or drop off.

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